Getting paid to vape? Researchers say that’s a dangerous combination
Researchers warn of the dangers of smart vaping devices that reward users with cryptocurrency, increasing addiction risk and undermining smoking cessation efforts. These devices, such as Puffpaw and Gudtrip, use gamification, artificial intelligence, and financial rewards to encourage continued use, making it harder for users to quit.
SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateSep 26, 2026